After receiving numerous complaints from Harper Woods neighbors, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Harper Woods Police teamed up for a two-day crackdown on speeders and other violators in specific areas of concern. “It’s summertime, and there’s children out here playing in their yards,” said Sheriff Washington. “If balls roll out in the street, they chase them. We have to slow down in these residential neighborhoods!” Mayor Valerie Kindle joined HW Dir. of Public Safety Jason Hammerle and Sheriff Washington and their teams to help get the message out as well.
“It’s an ache that keeps coming, every time we hear one of our own has been killed in the line of duty, and this one truly hurts. Officer Courts was near and dear to our hearts. He came from a loving law enforcement family and his father worked closely with members of our agency. Our hearts are with all of them. Another hero was taken while trying to protect and serve all of us. We are losing too many brothers and sisters in blue and too many civilians to gun violence. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office sends all our love and support to the Detroit Police Department and to the loved ones of fallen Officer Courts. We are also thinking of the family of that suspect. Let’s come together and lift them all in prayer.”
– Sheriff Raphael Washington
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office had a blast in Westland at Senior Funfest 2022 presented by Wayne County Executive Warren Evans! Sheriff Washington even got to read off some of the Bingo numbers. We all enjoyed snacks, games and music… And the weather was beautiful! Thank you to all who made this day happen!
The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) held a groundbreaking ceremony at its 707 West Milwaukee headquarters to break ground for the city of Detroit’s first Clinical Care Center. “What a historical occasion,” said Sheriff Washington. “Thank you DWIHN for all of your hard work! The new Clinical Care Center in Detroit will add 39 beds and provide alternative services for individuals in psychiatric crisis. We NEEDED this! Thank you again and congratulations DWIHN. You truly are changing and saving lives!” The facility is scheduled to open in early 2023 will be a place where adults and children can be evaluated to determine their medical necessity for crisis level services. It will be a 24-hour Clinical Care Center.
Did you know that one in six people over age 60 experienced some form of abuse in a community setting over the past year, and elder abuse is set to rise? The Covid-19 pandemic has made it worse, according to the World Health Organization. Sheriff Raphael Washington visited the Detroit Area Agency on Aging for a candid conversation about elder abuse. WATCH THE DISCUSSION HERE: https://fb.me/e/2u7evb3qe
The sun was shining and we knew he was with all of us. We celebrated Benny Napoleon and his unwavering willingness to help others. We shared memories of him while raising money for our Wayne County youth and seniors! What a beautiful day it was at the Annual Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon Golf Classic! Thank you to our sponsors and our loyal donors for making the event an incredible success once again!
-Sheriff Washington
Congratulations to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office’s very first Citizens’ Academy Graduates! We couldn’t have asked for a better group of dedicated volunteers! We had a great time ending the program with certificates, t-shirts and a Graduation dinner at The Lava Grille in Northville.
Interested in joining the next Academy? It’s a concentrated 5-week training program that provides members of the community with a unique behind-the-scenes experience through instruction, tours, hands-on activities, demos and more!! Email Regina Parks for more info: RParks1@waynecounty.com
BOAT SMART! Since the Covid-19 pandemic left so many of us stuck at home and away from family and friends, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has, understandably, seen more and more people out on the water trying to let loose and enjoy themselves. “We’re seeing many more first-time boaters and Jet Skiers out on the water,” said Sheriff Raphael Washington. “We’re also seeing substantially more younger boaters than in years past. We all know a fun day out on the water can change in a second, so we want to do our best to make sure everyone is prepared. Let’s have a great summer on the water!” Check out our Boating Safety Course here: WCSO Marine Division BOATING SAFETY COURSE | Sheriff Connect
Sheriff Raphael Washington joined local workers, union leaders, community partners and Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II at the Transcending: Michigan Labor Legacy Monument in Detroit’s Hart Plaza. “We honor the ones who came before us, who created laws and safety measures that could be improved upon,” said Sheriff Washington. “We recognize those who created the very measures that are in place today in so many industries. Those measures are ever-changing as life creates new obstacles, but the foundation was built strong and true. To all of those who came before us, and left us too soon, we say thank you.”
Thousands of marshmallows fell from a helicopter and hundreds of Easter eggs were hunted! Easter baskets and toys were also given away. Such a fun time in Inkster! Thank you for allowing the WCSO to be a part of this FREE, annual event. Special thanks to the Inkster Police Department, Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, and ALL who worked so hard to make the event extra special this year! The kids loved it!
